As one of the leading international research institutions, KASTEL Security Research Labs contributes to the interdisciplinary research of holistic solutions for the security and data protection of complex networked systems. We span the arc from basic research to application research, including timely transfer to business, society, and politics. We explore the quantification of security and privacy. In doing so, we are guided by the unity of research, teaching, and innovation.

KASTEL Security Research Labs “Insight” 2024/2025 Part I and Part II

  • 20. Apr
    2026

    Privacy Symposium in Venice, Italy: April 20-24, 2026

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    2026

    PET-CON 2026, April 16-17

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Feb 12, 2026

Kenneth Paterson at KASTEL Security Research Labs

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Feb 04, 2026

Quantum Transition – Transformation or Loss of Control

The topic of quantum computing is gaining increasing importance in society. Questions such as “What advantages do quantum computers offer, and what risks do they entail?” are moving ever more into the focus of public discussion.

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Nov 06, 2025

Gianluca Stringhini on Moderating Disinformation

As part of the “KASTEL Distinguished Lecture Series” hosted by the KIT Graduate School Cyber Security, Gianluca Stringhini hold a lecture on November 5 titled “Improving the Moderation of False Information and Influence Campaigns on Social Media.”

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    2026

    Privacy Symposium in Venice, Italy: April 20-24, 2026

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    2026

    PET-CON 2026, April 16-17

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Studies

3 University Courses

Advanced Education

3 Chances for Further Training

It is our ambition not only to conduct research, but also to transfer our knowledge. That is why KASTEL Security Research Labs (SRL) offers diverse programs to deepen the knowledge in the field of IT security for professionals and students.

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Publications: Insights into our Research

The research results at KASTEL Security Research Labs are highlighted by numerous outstanding publications. Get insights into our research work.

Apr 12, 2026
Artificial Intelligence Software Engineering

An Experience Report on a Pedagogically Controlled, Curriculum-Constrained AI Tutor for SE Education

Happe, L.; Fuchß, D.; Hüttner, L.; Marquardt, K.; Koziolek, A.
2026. Proceedings of the 48th International Conference on Software Engineering: Software Engineering Education and Training; Rio de Janeiro, Brasilien, 12.-18.04.2026, Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).

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Mar 27, 2026
Artificial Intelligence Software Engineering

Leveraging Large Language Models for supporting Cyber Threat Analysis

Rybinski, Fabian; Schiefer, Gunther; Frister, Demian; Malekzadeh Mahani, Marzieh
1th 2025 International Conference on Recent Advances in Information Systems (2025), Pointe aux Piments, Mauritius, 10.09.2025 – 12.09.2025

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Feb 27, 2026
Societal Security

“I found the text to be encouraging” – Evaluating Different Password Strength Calculator Designs

Doneva, R.; Hennig, A.; Mayer, P.
2026. Symposium on Usable Security and Privacy (USEC) 2026, 27 February 2026, San Diego, CA, USA. Ed.: K. Seamons.

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